Street vendor permits in Richardson, TX — sometimes called sidewalk vendor licenses, mobile vendor permits, or peddler permits — are the licenses required to sell goods or food on public property.
Street vendors in Richardson generally must obtain a peddler or solicitor permit from the Police Department and, for food, a health permit from Environmental Health. Vending from public right-of-way is restricted, and most operations occur on private property with owner consent.
Richardson requires door-to-door solicitors and peddlers to obtain a permit from the Richardson Police Department, including a background check, identification, and issuance of a city-issued ID badge that must be worn while soliciting. Residents may post a no-solicitation notice near the entrance, which solicitors must honor under local and state law. Street vending from a stationary cart or stand on public right-of-way is generally prohibited, with limited exceptions tied to permitted special events. Vending on private commercial property requires the property owner's written consent and, where food is involved, a mobile food unit health permit under Richardson's Environmental Health code. Ice cream vehicle operators and other mobile vendors are treated as vehicles and subject to state motor vehicle law as well as the peddler ordinance. Fees for solicitor permits are modest, and renewal is generally required annually.
Specific penalty amounts for this ordinance are not published in a publicly accessible fine schedule. Contact Richardson code enforcement directly for current fines, enforcement procedures, and hearing options.
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